Chris Bingham
About Chris Bingham
Chris Bingham is the CTO of Cision with over 30 years of experience in executive leadership, AI innovation, and product development at industry-leading companies.
Current Role as CTO at Cision
Chris Bingham currently holds the title of Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Cision. In his role, he oversees the company's technology strategy and helps drive its technological innovation. His responsibilities include transforming business lines and managing substantial hosting budgets with advanced strategies for cost and performance. His notable achievements include leading the development of an AI program that generates substantial internal savings and executing large-scale tech integrations.
Previous Position at Brandwatch
Prior to his present role, Chris Bingham served as CTO at Brandwatch, a division of Cision, from 2021 to 2023. He was initially CTO at Brandwatch from 2018 to 2021 when the company was independent and based in Boston, MA. During his tenure, he focused on expanding the company’s technological capabilities and integrating AI-driven solutions to enhance business outcomes.
Tenure at Crimson Hexagon
Chris Bingham spent a decade as CTO at Crimson Hexagon from 2008 to 2018 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, he directed the company's technological advancements and product strategies. His leadership was pivotal in the development of data analytics and social media monitoring tools, which further established Crimson Hexagon as an industry leader in consumer insights and social media analytics.
Early Career and Education
Chris Bingham's career began at Apple Computer, where he was a Senior Software Engineer from 1992 to 1995. He progressively moved through various senior engineering and managerial roles at companies such as Netscape Communications Corp., Infoseek, and Disney Internet Group. He earned a BA in Computer Science from Dartmouth College from 1988 to 1992, laying the foundation for his extensive career in technology.
Major Contributions and Innovations
Throughout his career, Chris Bingham has made significant contributions to technology and business. At Cision, he led the initiative to transform a business line with an AI-first strategy, resulting in tens of millions in annual savings and improved customer experience. Additionally, he built the highest-scale GPT system outside of major tech giants. His efforts have been recognized through multiple innovative patents, highlighting his impact in the field.